The mansion was reopened for reporters and special guests on Wednesday after it was nearly destroyed by a 2008 fire started by an unidentified arsonist.

Perry's family moved out in 2007 for a $10 million renovation project. Police say the fire was started after an unknown arsonist threw a Molotov cocktail onto the front porch. The historic furniture and art work collection were not damaged because they had already been removed. No one was injured.

The restoration cost $25 million and took more than four years to complete. The project includes a new roof and repairs to the exterior. Part of the restoration project focused on enhancing security, including installing a new surveillance system.

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